Pokémon Reversal (ex10-88) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Pokémon Reversal is an uncommon Item card from the Unseen Forces set, numbered 88. As a pure Item card, it has no HP, Abilities, or Attacks. Its coin-flip, bench-switching effect and Hiromichi Sugiyama artwork make it a notable pickup for ex-era collectors.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: ex10-88
• Stage: Item
• Subtypes: Item
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Abilities: None
• Attacks: None
• Rules: Flip a coin. If heads, choose 1 of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon and switch it with 1 of the Defending Pokémon. Your opponent chooses the Defending Pokémon to switch.
• Types: None
• Weaknesses/Resistances: None

Key Printings

This exact printing of Pokémon Reversal appears solely in the Unseen Forces expansion of the ex series. It is identified by the set code ex10 and card number 88. The card’s artwork by Hiromichi Sugiyama is a defining visual element.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is uniquely identified by its set code (ex10), card number (88), and the illustrator’s signature style. The card’s lack of HP, types, and attacks distinguishes it as a pure Item card.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to available data. Its effect involves a coin flip to potentially disrupt your opponent’s bench, adding a tactical layer to gameplay when used.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain card condition, store Pokémon Reversal in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card to keep its uncommon rarity value intact.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unseen Forces (ex10): Pokémon Reversal debuts as an uncommon Item card with a unique bench-switching effect. It stands out for its strategic utility and distinctive illustration by Hiromichi Sugiyama. Release date remains unknown.